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    USC Choral Music *
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation USC lists for Choral Music * transfers starts with WRIT 150, WRIT 340 and MPVA 442; the full list is below.

    81 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with USC for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

    81
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Choral Music *

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    Major Requirements

    USC Choral Music * Major Preparation

    The courses USC lists as Choral Music * major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are USC's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Writing

    Complete all of these

    • WRIT 150 Writing and Critical Reasoning–Thematic Approaches
    • WRIT 340 Advanced Writing and Critical Engagement

    Program Intensive Courses (12 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MPVA 442 Introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet
    • MUCD 340 Choral Conducting I
    • MUCD 441 Choral Conducting II
    • MUCM 320 Introduction to Choral Music
    • MUCM 440 Choral Development

    Core Thornton Academic Courses (38 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MPKS 250a Keyboard Instruction I
    • MPKS 250b Keyboard Instruction I
    • MUCO 132a Aural Skills I
    • MUCO 132b Aural Skills I
    • MUCO 133a Theory I
    • MUCO 133b Theory I
    • MUCO 232a Aural Skills II
    • MUCO 232b Aural Skills II
    • MUCO 233a Theory II
    • MUCO 233b Theory II
    • MUCO 338x Elementary Orchestration
    • MUHL 250g Music and Ideas
    • MUHL 350g Western Art Music History I
    • MUHL 351 Western Art Music History II

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does USC have a Choral Music * major for transfer students?

    Yes. USC offers Choral Music * and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to USC for Choral Music *?

    USC's Choral Music * major preparation includes WRIT 150, WRIT 340, MPVA 442, MUCD 340, MUCD 441 and MUCM 320, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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